What are the responsibilities and job description for the Individual Community Living Supports (ICLS) Worker/ (IHS) Worker position at Nurture Home Care LLC?
Individual Community Living Supports (ICLS) Worker
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Hours: 21 hours per week
Pay: $17.00–$19.00 per hour
PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- Female caregiver required due to the nature of intimate personal-care duties (BFOQ).
- Reliable transportation is required. The client needs transportation to church every Sunday and occasional transportation to medical appointments.
- Must be comfortable providing hands-on personal care, including grooming, toileting, showering, and other bathroom-related assistance.
- Must have a valid driver's license and current auto insurance.
- Must be able to pass a Minnesota DHS background study.
Position Overview
Nurture Home Care is seeking a dependable and compassionate Individual Community Living Supports (ICLS) Worker to provide approximately 21 hours of support per week to an individual in Minneapolis.
The ICLS Worker will provide person-centered support designed to promote the client's independence, safety, community involvement, and overall well-being.
The client's primary areas of support include:
- Household management
- Community engagement
- Behavioral support
- Personal care and daily living assistance
Responsibilities
Daily Living & Personal Care
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing/showering, grooming, dressing, toileting, and meal preparation.
- Provide respectful and professional hands-on personal care while maintaining the client's dignity and privacy.
- Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
- Provide medication reminders as directed by the client's support plan.
Community Engagement & Transportation
- Provide transportation to church every Sunday.
- Provide occasional transportation to medical appointments and other approved community activities.
- Assist with shopping, errands, recreational activities, and community participation.
- Encourage appropriate social interaction and community involvement.
Skill Development & Independence
- Teach and reinforce independent living skills.
- Assist with budgeting, grocery planning, household management, and other daily living skills.
- Help the client read and understand documents when needed.
- Support person-centered goals identified in the client's support plan.
- Encourage responsible decision-making, independence, and self-advocacy.
Behavioral & Emotional Support
- Provide positive and person-centered behavioral support.
- Assist the client with developing coping skills and navigating daily challenges.
- Use approved de-escalation and support techniques when appropriate.
- Serve as a positive role model while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Promote dignity, respect, choice, and independence.
Documentation & Compliance
- Complete progress notes and all required documentation accurately and on time.
- Follow Nurture Home Care policies, HIPAA requirements, and applicable Minnesota DHS requirements.
- Promptly report incidents, health concerns, or significant changes in the client's condition.
Communication & Collaboration
- Maintain professional communication with the client and appropriate members of the support team.
- Participate in required training and meetings.
- Communicate relevant changes or concerns to Nurture Home Care management.
Minimum Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
- Current auto insurance
- Reliable transportation
- Ability and willingness to transport the client
- Ability to pass a Minnesota DHS Background Study
- Comfortable providing hands-on personal care, including toileting and showering
- Dependable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule
- Able to complete required documentation accurately and on time
- Able to work respectfully with individuals from different backgrounds and with different support needs
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred; Nurture Home Care provides training at no cost if needed
Interviews
Same-day and weekend interviews are available.
When applying, please send us your availability for an interview.
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19